Why I’m All In on Substack: Community, Monetization & Real Connection

Hey friends,

I’ve been exploring platforms that actually empower creators and coaches like you and me—and I’ve got to tell you, Substack is the real deal.

You might think of it as just a newsletter platform, but it's so much more than that. After diving into a powerful conversation led by Jim Fuse (check him out at jimfuse.substack.com), I walked away with a new understanding of what Substack makes possible—and why it’s the next big thing for community-driven entrepreneurs.

Here’s what stood out for me:

🔑 Own Your Audience
Unlike Facebook, YouTube, or LinkedIn, Substack gives you the email addresses of your subscribers. That means you control the connection—not some ever-changing algorithm. You’re not just building followers; you’re building a real, reachable community.

🎥 Go Live, Upload Video, and Even Podcast
Substack now supports live video, recorded video, and audio. That’s huge. Whether you’re teaching, storytelling, or hosting interviews, you can now do it all in one place—and send it straight to your community’s inbox.

💰 Built-In Monetization
With paid subscription tiers, affiliate links, mini-courses, and even referral programs, Substack doesn’t just help you grow—it helps you earn while staying authentic. Jim mentioned how he’s already monetizing his Substack, and he’s just getting started.

📣 Repurpose With Ease
Jim and his co-host from Dealcasters are using Substack to repurpose their Amazon Live streams into blog posts, complete with affiliate links and episode recaps. Genius. It’s about working smarter, not harder.

🧠 Real-Time Engagement & Real Conversations
Substack lets you livestream and engage live—unfiltered and unrehearsed. And when the broadcast ends, the recording sticks around for those who missed it live. This is how trust is built: in real time, with real people.

🚫 No More Algorithm Games
Tired of Facebook hiding your posts unless you pay? Or Instagram punishing you for adding a link? Substack flips that script. You control the reach. No penalties for being generous with your resources.

Bottom line? If you’re a coach, a creator, or just someone who wants to share meaningful content and build a lasting tribe—Substack deserves your attention.

I’ve already started mapping out how I’ll use it for everything from value-packed blog posts to mini-trainings and maybe even a members-only video series.

If you're curious or want to brainstorm how you can use Substack in your own journey, shoot me a message. Let’s grow together.

To your momentum,
Pete Kane